Dehradun city centre brings together the six-faced Clock Tower, also called Ghanta Ghar, and Paltan Bazaar, a market area close by. Start at the tower, then walk into the bazaar to browse its shops selling clothes, footwear, artifacts, souvenirs and other small goods.
- Starting point: Clock Tower, in the heart of Dehradun.
- Market: Paltan Bazaar, near Ghanta Ghar.
Clock Tower as a Starting Point
Dehradun’s Clock Tower is a six-faced landmark in the heart of the city, making it a natural reference point for a walk through the central market district. The tower was built in 1953 and has a carved stone façade and Roman numerals on its clock face.
Take in the tower from the surrounding streets before heading towards Paltan Bazaar, which is close to Ghanta Ghar. The nearby roads include Paltan Bazar Road and Gandhi Road, among others, so the tower also helps orient you within this part of central Dehradun.
What to Look For in Paltan Bazaar
Paltan Bazaar is a central Dehradun shopping area near the Clock Tower, with shops selling clothes, footwear, artifacts, souvenirs and other small goods. Its market lanes make it a practical place to browse a mix of everyday shopping and mementos in one walk.
The bazaar connects with streets including Dispensary Road, Dhanawala Bazar Road and Raja Road. Walk from the Clock Tower into the market and follow the lanes at your own pace; the market’s position near the tower makes it easy to combine both on foot.
Paltan Bazaar has been the focus of a pedestrianisation project intended to improve a 1.2 km stretch between the Clock Tower and Darshani Gate. The project was sanctioned in July 2019. Its plans included pedestrian areas, though some proposed features were later de-scoped and the reported smart solutions were largely not carried out.
For a different kind of local outing, Dehradun’s Jhanda Fair and temple fairs are also covered in a guide to local events.
Adding Indira Market to the Walk
Indira Market is another name in the planned walk, but the route and market details can vary. Keep the Clock Tower and Paltan Bazaar as the clearly defined stops for this outing.
Getting Back to the Hotel Area
If you are arriving by rail, planning the station-to-hotel trip can help you organise that part of your journey.
Hotel Amber Palace is about 27 minutes on foot or 11 minutes by car from Dehradun city centre.
Before you go: Check the official site before you go for current local access arrangements.
FAQs
What is Paltan Bazaar known for?
It is a central Dehradun shopping area near Ghanta Ghar, with clothes, footwear, artifacts, souvenirs and other small goods.
What is Ghanta Ghar in Dehradun?
Ghanta Ghar is another name for Dehradun’s Clock Tower, a six-faced landmark in the heart of the city.
Can you visit the Clock Tower and Paltan Bazaar on the same walk?
Yes. Paltan Bazaar is near the Clock Tower, so the two can be combined in a walk through central Dehradun.